HSE Specialist

MATTR; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Attractive incentive bonus plans

Employer-paid Life insurance

Wellness incentives

Discounts on fitness and shopping

Job summary

Mattr is seeking an HSE Specialist to enhance safety performance at the Blythewood manufacturing site. In this role, you will work closely with site leadership to foster a proactive safety culture and ensure compliance with corporate HSE standards.

Your responsibilities include implementing safety programs, conducting training, and supporting safety initiatives across the site, while maintaining a significant on-site presence.

Qualifications

• University degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Fire Science, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in Health, Safety, and Environment roles.
• Experience in manufacturing environments, preferably heavy manufacturing or construction-related settings.

Responsibilities

• Partner with site leadership to implement a proactive safety culture.
• Execute advanced HSE programs beyond regulatory compliance.
• Lead and support site assessments tied to QHSE audits.
• Drive key safety deliverables including Job Safety Analyses.
• Deliver and facilitate HSE training programs.
• Maintain a strong presence on the shop floor to reinforce safety practices.

Skills

HSE certification

Training delivery

Knowledge of HSE systems

Influencing skills

Education

University degree in Occupational Safety

3–5 years of HSE experience

Tools

VelocityEHS

MSDS Online

Job description

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As an HSE Specialist, you will play a critical role in elevating safety performance at the Blythewood manufacturing site by partnering closely with site leadership to build a proactive, high-impact safety culture. This role is accountable for advancing Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) programs beyond compliance,ensuring that corporate standards are fully embedded into daily operations while driving measurable improvements in workplace safety and risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Partner with site leadership to implement and sustain a proactive safety culture aligned with corporate HSE standards.
• Execute advanced HSE programs that go beyond regulatory compliance and support overall site performance goals.
• Lead and support site assessments tied to QHSE audits, ensuring clear understanding of current state and gaps.
• Drive key safety deliverables including Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), hazard identification completion, and safety program execution.
• Support implementation and adoption of Stop Work Authority and other critical safety initiatives across the site.
• Deliver and facilitate HSE training programs to build capability and awareness across all levels of the organization.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to influence safe behaviors and ensure alignment with company safetyobjectives.
• Maintain a strong presence on the shop floor (minimum ~50%) to reinforce safety practices and engage employees directly.

Qualifications

Required

• University degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Fire Science, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in Health, Safety, and Environment roles.
• Experience in manufacturing environments, preferably heavymanufacturingor construction-related settings.
• HSE certification or equivalent credentials
• Strong knowledge of HSE systems and tools
• Ability to develop and deliver training programs across diverse audiences.

Preferred

• 5+ years of HSE experience in complex industrial environments
• Experience with safety software platforms such asVelocityEHS, MSDS Online, or similar systems
• Exposure to molding or specialized manufacturing processes
• Strong influencing skills and ability to lead without direct authority
• Engaging and approachable communication style across all organizational levels
• Self-starter mindset with a solutions-oriented approach to problem solving
• Ability to build trust andoperateeffectively as a collaborative, servant leader

Why Join Mattr?

• Medical, dental & vision coverage with HSA contributions
• 401(k) with company match, vested immediately
• Attractive incentive bonus plans
• Employer-paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Wellness incentives
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounts on fitness, shopping & travel (Blue365,LifeMart& more)

Nearest Major Market: Columbia
Nearest Secondary Market: South Carolina